Occupational Therapist; SY

An opportunity to Inspire, Challenge, and Empower! Posting Information

We are currently hiring for an Occupational Therapist for Shelton School District for the  school year. Open until filled.

If selected for an interview, you will be invited to complete an Asynchronous Virtual Interview. Candidates chosen for a second round interview will participate in an in-person interviews at a date to be determined.

1.0 FTE

Itinerant (multiple locations that may change as student need changes).

$64,664 - $119,032 annually, depending on experience. The listed salary range is based on the  school year and will be updated once  salaries are finalized.

Exempt

12 sick leave days of which 6 can be used for personal leave each school year; 5 days bereavement leave per school year; health insurance benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS); other fringe benefits as allowed under the Shelton Education Association (SEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The Occupational Therapist position supports the School District's Strategic Plan and School Improvement Plans by providing individualized assessment and direct services for students in multiple locations throughout the district. In this role you will work closely with teachers, school staff, and families to develop and implement individualized therapy plans that promote student independence and access to the school environment. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping students improve their motor skills, mobility, and overall physical function in an educational setting.

• Eligiblefororcurrentlyholdsa Washington State Certificateasan Educational Staff Associatewith  an endorsement as an Occupational or Physical therapist.
• Ability to pass a Federal Criminal Background Check.
• Ability to incorporate lightheartedness, humor, and fun into the workplace.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with staff, students, families, and community partners.
• Demonstratedcommitmenttospecialneedsstudentsandtheirfamilies.
• Trainingandexperienceinassessment, evaluation,and consultation.
• Demonstratedabilitytoworkindependently and cooperativelyinateam.
• Knowledgeinallphasesofthespecialeducationprocess,procedures,andhandicappingconditions.
• Abilitytoplan,organizeandimplementallphases ofspecialeducation identification.
• Abilityto utilize effective communication including active listening, two-way communication, and using the appropriate communication channel.
• Abilitytolistenandprofessionallymediatetoward solutions.
• Abilitytoprovideinnovativeandresponsibleleadershiptobuildingsand districts.
• Abilitytomaintain confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Abilitytoorganizeactivities,writtenwork,andpeersfor teaming.
• Abilitytousevariousassessmenttoolsforvarious agesanddiagnosticinvestigations.
• Abilitytodriveandwork indifferentlocations daily.
• Abilitytoremainflexibletochangesinassignmentsor situations.
• Abilitytofollowandgivedirections.
• Abilitytosetpriorities.
• Abilitytoworkwithseveraloffice staff andsupervisorswithease.
• Abilitytomaintainaccurate records.
• Abilitytoparticipateinconferences,workshops,andtrainingsessions.
• Abilitytoworkflexible hours.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Performs as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing and interpreting assessment information,summarizingeducationalsignificanceofthestudent'sdisability,recommends methods for remediation and plans for an intervention or therapy program as an aid to school placement.
• Developsandimplements
  
  IEPgoalsbasedontheassessmentfindingsandrelatingthemtothe educational process.
• Prescribesforstudent'sprogressinbehavioralterms.
• Provides therapy to students with disabilities or disorders to restore function and maximize performance for educational and instructional access limitsofstudentphysicalstatusand special education guidelines.
• Providesconsultativeandadvisoryservicestoth…